2010 Toyota Sienna vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Megane would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 612 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Toyota Sienna | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Sienna | Megane |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1937 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5105 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1966 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
